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Not long a ago I introduced to you CJG (see here) the new shoe line to be sold at Topshop designed by Chloe Green. Thursday 17th May 2012 sees the launch of Chloe’s debut collection of shoes and the launch of her fashion brand CJG. May 17th is only round the corner so I thought it would be a good idea to showcase what it is you’ll be shopping for. Take a peek of her shoe collection after the cut. Girls let me know what you think. Will you be buying?
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So I think it’s safe to say that I will be rummaging through the shelves of H&M this coming season. There are quite a few pieces in this lookbook that have got the stylist in me gagging. Fresh from being inspired by one of the freshest cats around @mrflyycampbell this lookbook comes at a time where my eye for fashion and putting looks together is at its most absorbing. By this I mean i’m learning and getting inspired by those around me which in turn is making me that more interested and excited by style/fashion. Suit jackets, turtleneck sweaters, chinos, tailored pants, and mid-thigh coats all make an appearance in this lookbook, with the Suit and the various ways it can be worn being very much a focus this upcoming season. “The suit is the most important garment for men at H&M this fall, and it’s amazing to see how it can be worn in so many modern ways. Traditions mix with new ideas to build a new wardrobe that’s all about personal style.” words from head menswear designer at H&M.
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Girls if your shoe game isn’t up to scratch then you better get your act together. My pet peeve is a girl who wears shit shoes, it just gets on my nerves especially if her outfit is on point. Chloe Jade Green, of Made In Chelsea fame, isn’t resting on the fact that her father is one rich and hugely successful man (for those that don’t know he is the owner of Top Shop, Mr Philip Green). She has commendable stepped out of his shadow and focused her attention on her upcoming shoe line CJG. The line is set to be released to the world on May 17th but I wanted to give y’all a very limited preview and get y’all anticipating the collection. What looks to be a nice additional touch the soles of the shoes appear to be a shade of Jade/Green reminiscent of the red sole found on Christian Louboutin shoes, a clever idea to tie in the identity of the shoe with her name. Unlike like Louboutin’s the CJG collection will be much more affordable ranging from £80 – £200. Peep the very few pics after the cut and stay tuned for more info soon.
I was fortunate to catch up with the good folk at STööKI ahead of their pop-up store today in Boxpark Shoreditch. My first encounter with the three creatives was during their takeover at the Tate Modern with their interactive art installation in collaboration with the Louis Vuitton art’s project. They spoke to Y&Y about their new collection on the reverse.
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I think I’m gonna need the designers over at Givenchy to go and kick rocks with open toe shoes because this preview into what footwear they will have on offer for us this coming Autumn/Winter season is a HOT MESS! Long time readers will know how much I love my footwear (sneakers in particular) and I can safely say that I get offended when designers produce hideous silhouettes especially if they are going to charge extortionate prices. I’m gonna need for Givenchy to go back to the drawing board and come back with a stellar offering because this right here is anything but stellar. Peep the collection after the cut. *sidenote – they should let me design for them, Y&Y Designs*
Founded by New York artist, Victor “VICKIPAGES” Roman, ’The Camo Project’ is a hand crafted illustrative book depicting Victor’s interest in “the art of survival through the method of crypsis known as Camouflage“. Victor features his drawings of animals, many of whom naturally blend into their own habitats, and places them infront of a variety of camouflage vector graphics. His artwork interestingly brings wildlife to the forefront of pop-culture in 2011/12, as Camouflage is making its umpteenth resurgence into the mainstream fashion lines and labels. But at the same time, “The Camo Project” takes frivolous pop-culture, and our uncanny obsession with Army gear, back to it’s original source of inspiration, wildlife. Whichever way you look at it, The Camo Project is an interesting, relevant project which is now stocked by both Reed Space and Dessert Island Books. Vickipages is making his name on the art and culture scene in NY, and if you hit the jump you’ll see why!
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The other day, whilst shopping online, err I mean studying, I came across the current range from DKNY and had to resist clicking *add to my bag* on a gorgeous two hundred and fifty pound skirt. *Sigh* So, and in keeping with the recent NYC theme on Y&Y, here’s a look at the Spring lookbook from DKNY. Donna Karen launched DKNY over twenty years ago, and it has since grown from it’s denim origins into the New York street smart go-to label. This season there’s a lot of strong contrasts between textures, shapes and colours, but with a relaxed vibe. If you’re brave enough to try the current trend of head-to-toe colour or pattern, check out the lookbook after the break to see how effortless and cool it can be.
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